Navratri, to me, I rather most of us, is all about beautiful, reckless nights that are danced away in an ode to young beauty. In a spirit of celebration, it has always been the secret of life: to be non-serious but absolutely involved. The cultures that traditionally venerated the goddess knew that there is much in existence that can never be understood. You can enjoy it, celebrate its beauty, but never understand it. Life is a mystery, and will always remain one. The festival of Navratri is based on this fundamental insight. And to add, let me update you on this, No matter if you are in Gujarat or Maharashtra, Raas Dandiya is an integral part of Navratri.

A first for me, but yes I did attend the biggest Dandiya event in Pune – Dandiya Raas 2017 by Aavishkaar Events & Entertainment and boy I was entertained. The night at the Orchid Hotel, Pune was lit up with fairy lights and I heard a medley of folk and modern music which set the mood right. Amidst great music, traditional garba and some good food, I forgot that there was a celebrity waiting to get on and set the stage on fire. Yes, it was Rannvijay Singh Singha of Roadies fame who drove people crazy with his amazing stage presence and witty one liners! Danced to numerous Bollywood peppy numbers and rejuvenated the crowd which was in full spirit of the festival.

Much more fun and masti awaits, many surprises to be unfolded, lots of music, and fun times guaranteed. If I were to recommend, I’d ask you all to join in today and tomorrow, the 2nd and the 3rd day of Dandiya Raas 2017 at Meadows Lawn, Orchid Hotel, Balewadi, Pune. Oh and i almost forgot, Pune Central has tied up with Dandiya Raas 2017 which means we’ve got some more gifts, only this time it’s for everyone! The changing retail scene of Pune!

Pune Central has tied up with Dandiya Raas 2017 and is offering a cash back of Rs 200/- to any and every one who buys tickets for Dandiya Raas 2017!